Welcome to Royal Thaali
At Royal Thaali, we celebrate the rich tapestry of Indian vegetarian cuisine through our signature thali experience. Nestled in Milpitas, this women-owned gem specializes in unlimited thalis that feature a delightful assortment of freshly prepared dishes, ranging from traditional curries to delectable breads and desserts. Our rotating menu ensures every visit is a culinary adventure, showcasing a variety of regional flavors such as Punjabi and Gujarati. With a casual atmosphere and attentive service, we create a warm, welcoming space for food lovers to gather and indulge. Join us to savor the essence of Indian dining, where every platter tells a story.
- 80 Ranch Dr Milpitas, CA 95035 United States Hotline: (408) 818-8817
Welcome to the flavorful world of Royal Thaali, a hidden gem nestled in Milpitas, California. Specializing in authentic Indian cuisine, this restaurant offers a delightful culinary experience that celebrates the rich traditions of Indian thali dining. With a strong emphasis on vegetarian dishes, Royal Thaali is particularly popular among those looking for delicious plant-based options.
The moment you step into Royal Thaali, you are greeted by the inviting aroma of freshly prepared cuisine. The atmosphere is casual yet vibrant, perfect for group dinners or a cozy meal with friends. With services such as delivery, takeout, and even catering available, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy their delectable offerings.
Royal Thaali shines best with its renowned thali meals. The Special Thali features a generous spread for just $22.99, including three curries, dal, kadhi, multiple types of bread, rice, and a selection of desserts. It's a feast to behold! Customize your experience with options that vary each day, showcasing a rotation of regional Indian cuisines such as Punjabi, Gujarati, and Rajasthani. Harming a genuine experience of home-cooked meals, each dish is served piping hot and made with love.
- Daily Specials: Royal Thaali's menu rotates daily, ensuring diners enjoy fresh and exciting flavors. From Malai Kofta to Kadhi Paneer, each dish tells a unique story.
- Unlimited Joy: The thali concept allows for an all-you-can-eat experience. Guests can request refills on any dish, making it an indulgent culinary journey.
- Comfort Meets Accessibility: Royal Thaali is wheelchair accessible and offers outdoor seating, making it a welcoming spot for everyone, including families with dogs!
Customer praises highlight the culinary prowess of the kitchen, with many mentioning the warm and attentive service provided by the staff. Reviewers often commend the piping hot breads and abundant servings which evoke memories of home-cooked meals, while maintaining a supportive and friendly environment.
While some diners have noted the occasional wait during peak hours, the consensus remains strong—once seated, the service is efficient, and the food arrives quickly. As you dig into your thali, balance the depth and spice of the curries with the variety of breads, each bite enhancing the overall experience.
For those venturing into Indian cuisine for the first time, Royal Thaali is a must-visit destination. As one enthusiastic diner put it, "You don’t need a menu; just dive into the delicious offerings!" Whether you're a seasoned aficionado of Indian food or exploring for the first time, you’ll find satisfaction in every bite. So, don your comfiest pants and prepare to embark on a culinary feast at Royal Thaali, where the flavors of India come to life!
For reservations or to place an order, call (408) 818-8817 or visit their location at 80 Ranch Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035. Indulge in the delightful experience of thali dining today!

They have good variety and most of the options taste good. Some times the food is a bit oily. The wait is pretty long most times but once you're seated the service is pretty fast. Strongly recommend if you're in the mood for thali.

Small Indian vegitarian restaurant in Milpitas. It only has one item and it is unlimited thali. It consist of variety of small dishes like bento box. It was interesting as this was the first time I experience it and also experience fully vegiterian Indian cuisine The food is yummy and service is good. Thexserver constantly come over to check if we need more dishes. Nice lunch with friends.

A thali literally means a platter, and usually has an appetizer , 2/3 mains, a lentil, and 2/3 kinds of breads. A rice and a dessert round up the experience, and unless noted otherwise Thalis are supposed to be unlimited. I grew up eating Thali at Golden star and Chetana in Mumbai, so the bar is very high. Having said that, Royal Thali does a fine job of serving freshly made tasty dishes, served with abundance. Their menu is different each day so there is no fear of being fed day old leftovers. Eveything from the vegetarian curry dishes to the breads are always small batch made so you really are eating them piping hot. We've been here twice already and both times I have found atleast 2/3 items I really liked so for the price point, it's a win-win. Veer is the main server and he and his team ensures you leave happy and well fed. So if you are in the mood for an unlimited thali any day of the week , head over, but only after you put on some comfy pants!

Good place to go to after a 5 mile hike or on one of those hungry-like-a-whale afternoons. Weekend all-you-can-eat lunch tends to costs upwards of 30 including basic taxes and tips. Usually you only get one specific Thali on a given day it looks like. Food is not bad. On par with other "thali" places. The flavors could be a wee bit better in my opinion. We went on a weekend and ended up eating Gujarati thali. Will go again to try the Rajasthani version another day. Service was great. We were there before noon. Personally I became full right after eating a couple of roties. Place is fairly clean and cozy.

Affordable, infinite amounts of food? Sign me up. Basically, they serve thaali-style meals, which basically just means a meal on a plate with a lot of different things in it. I guess it's not that different from how people refer to bento meals - except it often is a lot fancier due to the sheer diversity of food offered. And this place is no exception! You go in, get seated, and you get a preset meal of basically multiple staples (roti bread, puri bread, etc.), some appetizers, and several curries. What is unusual is that basically whenever you eat any of those and want more of anything in it, you can ask for more. So in short, it's essentially all-you-can-eat. The menu rotates through several themes, usually revolving around a regional cuisine (I think I' remember Marathi food? Punjabi food? Gujarati food?). So what's cool is you actually do get something different depending on what day you go. If you have a strong opinion on what you prefer, you can check their website to see that week's menu. Overall, I do not have a strong opinion and I've liked almost everything I've had here. And even if you don't absolutely love something, you can simply...not request refills of that specific curry. They also basically have complimentary chaas buttermilk. Personally not a fan of chaas, but it's a nice touch! Value is pretty good, especially on weekdays. Honestly one of the cheapest AYCE options I've seen in the Bay Area. Highly recommend if you want to get absolutely stuffed on a tight budget.

I stepped in and was warmly greeted with "Sat Shri Akaal." The unlimited vegetarian thali, a staple of Punjabi cuisine, began to arrive in small katoris on my plate. On a chilly monday night, the piping hot sabjis and phulkas were a welcome treat. The spread included kadhi pakora, rajma, mixed sabji, and paneer - all quintessential Punjabi dishes. Each bite transported me to a traditional Punjabi household, where the aromas and flavors are unmistakable. I must admit, I'm not a fan of soya chaap, but everything else was authentic and delicious. The sabji (mixed veg okra, beans, cauliflower, peas and carrots) paired perfectly with the hot ghee phulkas, fresh from the kitchen. The phulkas were soft and delicious. The kasuri methi puris were bite size and amazing and arrived piping hot. While the tikki chole was mediocre, with the tikki being my least favorite, the chole was passable. Unfortunately, the meal lacked chutneys, and the salad, consisting of diced cucumbers and carrots, looked uninspiring. On the bright side, the gajar ka halwa made for a satisfying dessert. This experience was reminiscent of home-cooked meals by mom and dad. The authentic flavors and aromas of Punjabi cuisine shone through. I'd return for their exceptional phulkas, rajma, and sabji - a true testament to the warmth of Punjabi hospitality.

We revisited recently after our first visit on their opening day. Lines are painfully long especially over weekends. They obliged and put on name on the wait list over a phone call but we still had to wait 45 mins after our arrival. We did not find the dishes as good as the first day. Nothing on the thali stood out.

This was my first ever Thali experience. I have been wanting to try this place and glad we did. No fuss kindof a place and no need for a menu! They serve you a variety of dishes that you can eat with a variety of breads and rice. About $19 pp on a weekday lunch. Not bad, since technically, it's Ayce. My only Suggestion would be to maybe name the dish they are serving as they serve them (for people who arent too familiar with the cuisine). Other than that, food was great and we left very satisfied